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10 to watch at World Cup - Chinadaily.com.cnTwo of soccer's all-time greats will likely make their final bows on the sport's biggest stage at the 2026 World Cup. Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo can finally pass the baton on to a new generation including Spain's Lamine Yamal. Kylian Mbappe — who was only 19 when he won the World Cup with France in 2018 — will be hoping to confirm his place as the heir-apparent to Messi and Ronaldo. Here are 10 players to watch at this year's World Cup.